pompypigs
Adult Guinea Pig
Brilliant news - hope that Guinevere continues to improve xx
Also - well done to AP xx
Also - well done to AP xx
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nutmeg
Senior Guinea Pig
Really pleased Guinevere is hopefully now sorted. You have one very well travelled pig! xx
flintstones
Senior Guinea Pig
That is wonderful news, amazing thing about AP he is always willing to help a pig. 
So glad to hear this news, xx
So glad to hear this news,
xxGuinevere
Hi, so glad that Guinevere has been sorted out so simply by someone who clearly knows what they are talking about and can actually diagnose the problem and fix it too. Reading back through the thread which seems to have started ages ago, AP actually said that it sounded like teeth problem and yet the thread seemed to meander all over the place with an aweful lot of horrendous , and expensive suggestions, and in the meantime poor Guinevere was suffering all manner of ineffective treatments.How appropriate the name Guinea pig! Why on earth do so many people look for rare and unusual ailments when the pig was portraying the symptoms of dental problems.Keep it simple I say and listen to the voice of reason occasionally.
I do hope Guinevere goes from strength to strength now, although I fear he/she may need" keeping an eye on" in case, as so often happens, the problem returns. However, on the positive note Guinnie has been saved from the indignity of "the chin sling".
Hi, so glad that Guinevere has been sorted out so simply by someone who clearly knows what they are talking about and can actually diagnose the problem and fix it too. Reading back through the thread which seems to have started ages ago, AP actually said that it sounded like teeth problem and yet the thread seemed to meander all over the place with an aweful lot of horrendous , and expensive suggestions, and in the meantime poor Guinevere was suffering all manner of ineffective treatments.How appropriate the name Guinea pig! Why on earth do so many people look for rare and unusual ailments when the pig was portraying the symptoms of dental problems.Keep it simple I say and listen to the voice of reason occasionally.
I do hope Guinevere goes from strength to strength now, although I fear he/she may need" keeping an eye on" in case, as so often happens, the problem returns. However, on the positive note Guinnie has been saved from the indignity of "the chin sling".
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Really pleased to hear about your pig Peggy is lucky to have her toofy pegs seen to by this very kind person also
I too have learned alot, not just about guinea pigs - he is very interestng to chat with
Peggy is lucky to have her toofy pegs seen to by this very kind person also I too have learned alot, not just about guinea pigs - he is very interestng to chat with
Niki
Senior Guinea Pig
Brilliant news!
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fred
chin sling sounds like a truss lol
chin sling
I agree Fred, I was wondering if it would be like a hammock so the piggy swayed in the breeze from the bars of his cage lol ! Of course we may be completely wrong , it might be more like a Singapore sling which would be a treatment taken orally by the owner.
I agree Fred, I was wondering if it would be like a hammock so the piggy swayed in the breeze from the bars of his cage lol ! Of course we may be completely wrong , it might be more like a Singapore sling which would be a treatment taken orally by the owner.
Laura-CCC4
Senior Guinea Pig
Lovely to hear Guinevere is doing a bit better, I hope he's back to normal very soon.
Polly, it is a shame that the voice of reason you refer to is no longer allowed on the forum, lost a great advisor there.
TMJ is not a standalone condition, it can be a cause of dental problems, a part of the cycle. Yes the problem was dental, quite obvious the whole way through, and yes the problem was treated, it will take time for Guinevere to start eating again.
What do you propose for a pig with a weakened jaw? Perfectly feasible ailment, not much logic needed to see how the condition can develop and the effect it has. I have come across it in one of my own dental pigs and hey, people think I have limited experience.
I do not pluck something like this out as airy-fairy as you might like to think. I do not say something without being able to back it up with a reputable source. At the end of the day, in any case, the people who have seen the pig will have a better idea of what is likely or unlikely; to that end, and I have admitted it myself a number of times, only so much advice can be given online.
Polly, it is a shame that the voice of reason you refer to is no longer allowed on the forum, lost a great advisor there.
TMJ is not a standalone condition, it can be a cause of dental problems, a part of the cycle. Yes the problem was dental, quite obvious the whole way through, and yes the problem was treated, it will take time for Guinevere to start eating again.
What do you propose for a pig with a weakened jaw? Perfectly feasible ailment, not much logic needed to see how the condition can develop and the effect it has. I have come across it in one of my own dental pigs and hey, people think I have limited experience.
I do not pluck something like this out as airy-fairy as you might like to think. I do not say something without being able to back it up with a reputable source. At the end of the day, in any case, the people who have seen the pig will have a better idea of what is likely or unlikely; to that end, and I have admitted it myself a number of times, only so much advice can be given online.
Laura-CCC4
Senior Guinea Pig
One other point that comes to mind, I've never raised problems as more than a possibility. Often a very strong, almost certain possibility, but I have never said "This is your pigs problem" as I have seen others do without having seen the pig. I choose my words very carefully because I know my limits, and I know the limitations of discussing medical problems online.
My reference to TMJ was worded as such, specifically stating it could be considered.
My reference to TMJ was worded as such, specifically stating it could be considered.
nutmeg
Senior Guinea Pig
Perhaps a new thread for this advice could be started now we are moving away from Gwwinnie the Guinea.
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Guinevere
I agree AP is a very interesting guy!
Guinevere ate a tablespoon (amount) of veggies last night
and so he must be feeling better. Tim just text me to say that he is now trying his nuggets so he is obviously in less pain and feels a little better. We are going to monitor his weight every day. We understand that Guinevere's teeth problems will probably be ongoing but now we know how to check. A huge thanks to everyone who contributed to this thread and an big thank you goes out to:
Alcester Pigs of course for solving the problem :<> and for checking up on Guinevere, we will keep you informed of his progress.
Nutmeg - for pointing us in the right direction! x>> I emailed your website address as I cannot contact you via PM on here yet. Not sure if you received the email though.
Vedra - for helping Guinevere when we needed you x>>
Pig in the City - for taking the time to see and help Guinevere x>>
I will keep you all informed of his progress
Emily x
Guinevere ate a tablespoon (amount) of veggies last night
and so he must be feeling better. Tim just text me to say that he is now trying his nuggets so he is obviously in less pain and feels a little better. We are going to monitor his weight every day. We understand that Guinevere's teeth problems will probably be ongoing but now we know how to check. A huge thanks to everyone who contributed to this thread and an big thank you goes out to:Alcester Pigs of course for solving the problem :<> and for checking up on Guinevere, we will keep you informed of his progress.
Nutmeg - for pointing us in the right direction! x>> I emailed your website address as I cannot contact you via PM on here yet. Not sure if you received the email though.
Vedra - for helping Guinevere when we needed you x>>
Pig in the City - for taking the time to see and help Guinevere x>>
I will keep you all informed of his progress
Emily x
nutmeg
Senior Guinea Pig
I love a happy ending. Still waiting for you to publish Sir Guinevere's story rolleyesI agree AP is a very interesting guy!
Guinevere ate a tablespoon (amount) of veggies last night
Alcester Pigs of course for solving the problem :<> and for checking up on Guinevere, we will keep you informed of his progress.
Nutmeg - for pointing us in the right direction! x>> I emailed your website address as I cannot contact you via PM on here yet. Not sure if you received the email though.
Vedra - for helping Guinevere when we needed you x>>
Pig in the City - for taking the time to see and help Guinevere x>>
I will keep you all informed of his progress
Emily x
No e mail yet. x
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Guinevere
Thanks Nutmeg we will post Guinevere's story I am sure everyone will love it. I have re sent the email, I hope I have used the correct address.
Emily x
Emily x
Ruth
Junior Guinea Pig
So glad you found someone who can help, hopefully things will improve now.
Elvis wouldn't be here now if it wasn't for AP!
Elvis wouldn't be here now if it wasn't for AP!
nutmeg
Senior Guinea Pig
Not sure if we are supposed to post our e mail addy's on here, but anyone can get mine anyway, off either the Sokel or Becklen website:
[email protected]
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I agree AP is a very interesting guy!
Guinevere ate a tablespoon (amount) of veggies last night
Alcester Pigs of course for solving the problem :<> and for checking up on Guinevere, we will keep you informed of his progress.
Nutmeg - for pointing us in the right direction! x>> I emailed your website address as I cannot contact you via PM on here yet. Not sure if you received the email though.
Vedra - for helping Guinevere when we needed you x>>
Pig in the City - for taking the time to see and help Guinevere x>>
I will keep you all informed of his progress
Emily x
I am very confused, having just read this thread.
How comes the vet and Vedra proclaimed Guinevere's mouth to be problem free but AP found all those dreadful problems?
Had the teeth deteriorated so rapidly from a clear x-ray and dental exam under sedation? If so, I could be in the very same boat.
We can't be that far from you - who did you go and see?
Our little pig, Midge is really struggling and although I am getting exceptionally good help from a forum member, and Vedra, I am all ears to any extra assistance. Can anyone put AP in touch with me? I have only just learned of his leaving. Great shame, in my opinion.
Ruth
Junior Guinea Pig
He didn't leave he was forced out
Elvis needs his teeth doing every week now and I was shocked at how quickly they can overgrow, so they might be fine one day but a few days later they can be a problem its that quick.
I have messaged you, he said it was ok to do that, sorry if someone has already done it.
Elvis needs his teeth doing every week now and I was shocked at how quickly they can overgrow, so they might be fine one day but a few days later they can be a problem its that quick
.I have messaged you, he said it was ok to do that, sorry if someone has already done it.
Ruth
I was being, er, 'polite' as I am new on here (and don't try tocause trouble anyway) as I gather it wasn't voluntary and is, like I said short-sighted and rather a shame. Especially as he has helped so many people. I am, in addition, receiving some really welcom encouragement and support from Vedra and another forum member. We need to get a Vedra up here in the North!
I haven't got your message yet but someone else has also offered to put me in touch. I am extremely grateful.
I was being, er, 'polite' as I am new on here (and don't try tocause trouble anyway) as I gather it wasn't voluntary and is, like I said short-sighted and rather a shame. Especially as he has helped so many people. I am, in addition, receiving some really welcom encouragement and support from Vedra and another forum member. We need to get a Vedra up here in the North!
I haven't got your message yet but someone else has also offered to put me in touch. I am extremely grateful.
Ruth
Junior Guinea Pig
I was just ringing him to check it was ok but he was busy.If you have been put in touch then thats ok ,good luck.
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Guinevere
Hello ThreeLittlePiggies p- As Ruth said in her earlier post, their teeth grow at a rapid speed and not all pigs are the same. I think our vet had trimmed them 10 days before Vedra saw him and so his teeth probably didn't look too much of an issue to her but she did cut and file them.
Please let me know how you get on ?
Emilyx
p- As Ruth said in her earlier post, their teeth grow at a rapid speed and not all pigs are the same. I think our vet had trimmed them 10 days before Vedra saw him and so his teeth probably didn't look too much of an issue to her but she did cut and file them. Please let me know how you get on ?
Emilyx
Guinevere
Yes, I will - if she makes it. I think we have a few issues all part of the mix. Was yours ever TMJ/skeletal or was it teeth from the outset?
In you opinion, was AP the one who made all the difference?
Yes, I will - if she makes it. I think we have a few issues all part of the mix. Was yours ever TMJ/skeletal or was it teeth from the outset?
In you opinion, was AP the one who made all the difference?
flintstones
Senior Guinea Pig
Going back to Guinevere, I'm so glad she is better x)...
Please keep us updated on her progress, and I think I speak on behalf of many when I say AP is missed.
Please keep us updated on her progress, and I think I speak on behalf of many when I say AP is missed.
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Guinevere
ThreeLittlePiggies
In my opinion it was AP who made all the difference because when he had clipped his teeth, he had a second look and found the ulcer and a spur which others may have not found when they examined him. He looked at Guinevere's teeth and mouth four maybe five times and was very patient throughout and only when he was completely satisfied, he called it a day. As they say 'the proof is in the pudding' and Guinevere has again been nibbling on veg and nuggets today as well as eating the rescue remedy mix. I am convinced that it was/is a dental issue and not TMJ or skeletal.
Hope this helps a little.
Emily x
In my opinion it was AP who made all the difference because when he had clipped his teeth, he had a second look and found the ulcer and a spur which others may have not found when they examined him. He looked at Guinevere's teeth and mouth four maybe five times and was very patient throughout and only when he was completely satisfied, he called it a day. As they say 'the proof is in the pudding' and Guinevere has again been nibbling on veg and nuggets today as well as eating the rescue remedy mix. I am convinced that it was/is a dental issue and not TMJ or skeletal.
Hope this helps a little.
Emily x
I haven't been on here for a while and didn't realize that AP had gone until today, but would like to add to the expressions of regret for his absence and gratitude for the help and advice I have received from him.
Suffice it to say that in November I had a sow weighing 908 grams, with a recurring chin abscess, following 2 lots of GA for dental and abscess treatment in a month (two completely unrelated conditions, according to the vet). The same sow is now fighting fit, weighed in yesterday at 1066 grams and there's no sign of the abscess.
It's been a great pleasure to see her galloping round her run on the lawn on the few dry days we've had recently, as I didn't expect her to last until the spring, to be honest.
As far as I could see, AP was logging in here a couple of times every day, not because he wanted to chat, or needed advice himself, but to help people care for their guinea pigs. I would like to thank him publicly for being so generous with his time and for all his help, both on here and in person.
Suffice it to say that in November I had a sow weighing 908 grams, with a recurring chin abscess, following 2 lots of GA for dental and abscess treatment in a month (two completely unrelated conditions, according to the vet). The same sow is now fighting fit, weighed in yesterday at 1066 grams and there's no sign of the abscess.
It's been a great pleasure to see her galloping round her run on the lawn on the few dry days we've had recently, as I didn't expect her to last until the spring, to be honest.
As far as I could see, AP was logging in here a couple of times every day, not because he wanted to chat, or needed advice himself, but to help people care for their guinea pigs. I would like to thank him publicly for being so generous with his time and for all his help, both on here and in person.
Guinevere
Not half so helpful as if AP was nearer to us! From what you have said, I deduce them to be at least 200 miles from me, as well as uncontactable. Bad news
They could still log on and view and maybe see I am trying to get in touch and am desperate for ideas?
Not half so helpful as if AP was nearer to us! From what you have said, I deduce them to be at least 200 miles from me, as well as uncontactable. Bad news
They could still log on and view and maybe see I am trying to get in touch and am desperate for ideas?
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flintstones
Senior Guinea Pig
Guinevere
Not half so helpful as if AP was nearer to us! From what you have said, I deduce them to be at least 200 miles from me, as well as uncontactable. Bad news
They could still log on and view and maybe see I am trying to get in touch and am desperate for ideas?
Uncontactable? How so?...
There are loads of members on here that speak to him... maybe they could point him towards this thread?!
Do you have a thread, as this is now totally not about the OP pig.... maybe keep updating your thread
... Then someone who talks to him could maybe point him towards it?!
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